Foxconn’s India Arm Focuses on Apple Supply Chain Services, Rejigs Board

Foxconn’s Indian subsidiary, Bharat FIH, is shifting its focus to servicing Apple’s supply chain, aligning with efforts to expand manufacturing in India and reduce dependence on China. The company has restructured its board and pivoted away from competing in the electronics manufacturing services (EMS) space. It now aims to support Apple suppliers like Foxconn Hon Hai, Pegatron, and Wistron (now Tata Electronics) by leveraging its expertise in equipment servicing at facilities in Chennai and Bengaluru.

This strategic shift follows challenges such as reduced orders from Xiaomi and failure to qualify for India’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme. Bharat FIH plans to utilize its infrastructure and workforce to regain momentum by focusing on Apple-related services.

Meanwhile, Foxconn is ramping up iPhone production in India, aiming to double output from 12 million units in 2024 to 25–30 million units by 2025. Supported by favorable government policies, the expansion will cater to both domestic demand and exports. 

Apple has also increased its manufacturing presence in India, achieving record exports of ₹1 lakh crore ($12 billion) in 2024 and exploring local production of other products like iPads and MacBooks.

This transformation highlights India’s growing role in Apple’s global supply chain as Foxconn and Bharat FIH strengthen their operations in the country.